I wrote the following reflection almost a year ago. I am pulling it up again today as I wrestle with the gut wrenching feelings I feel as I see headline after headline of stories reporting on how we are killing each other. Reading about the physical, emotional and spiritual violence being done to immigrant families … More We are dying
Once upon a time, I sat in a wooden pew and listened to “the gospel story” told to me by the Southern Baptist pastor of a small country church about three hours north of here. The story I heard goes something like this: Humans are sinful. Ever since Adam & Eve’s great act of disobedience … More He Comes in Love for Life
Leading up to our wedding, my wife and I participated in pre-marital counseling with our officiant, a former theology professor of mine who has mentored me over the years. She encouraged us to ask ourselves a question in moments of conflict when emotions run high. “What story am I hearing in her words (or tone, … More The Stories We Live By
Last week I met a group of reformers in Chicago that has given me new energy and vision for the inclusive justice work I want to do. Our journey as The Reformation Project’s 2018 Leadership Development Cohort began in January with three months of studying about biblical interpretation, LGBTQ inclusion, racial justice, community organizing and … More Let’s get to work
This morning’s lectionary texts (Isaiah 40:21-31, Psalm 147) present a tension that I’d like to explore with you. On the one hand, we have Isaiah, an exilic text, whispering a promise to those who have lost much and wonder if God is ever going to act on their behalf again. On the other hand, we … More Toward New Orientation
Michelle F. Morrow 